Jennifer Hudson returns to the recording studio with a very personal Christmas gift
When Jennifer Hudson wraps a Christmas gift of song, there is plenty of love to spread good cheer and great music. Since her American Idol appearance two decades ago, this extraordinary talent is one of the few artists ever to win all four major awards (Emmy, Grammy, Tony, Oscar).
Robert Glasper spins a layer of ethereal jazz for In December
If there were a musician who could visualize the Christmas season without the over jazzy trimmings, Robert Glasper pulls off established hymns and intricate originals extending the precious beauty and honest feelings surrounding the holidays.
Jordan Smith stamps his precious voice on a beloved hymn, “How Great Thou Art”
One of the most accomplished artists who won The Voice, Jordan Smith, has never lost a step when releasing poignant performances, including the pop/inspirational standards debut from 2016, Something Beautiful. But the 2025 upcoming project, The People’s Hymnal, from Gaither Music Group, headed by Southern Gospel legend, Bill Gaither,…
The Mississippi Mass Choir marks 35 years of service to God, all with Malaco Records, on We Still Believe
Back in 1987, Frank Williams from the Jackson Southernaires sang lead with the Florida Mass Choir on their Let the Holy Ghost Lead You project. Afterwards, he approached Malaco Records in gathering the best urban gospel voices to represent the state of Mississippi. Since that transformation a year later, The Mississippi Mass Choir was birthed.
October London discovers the sustaining qualities of “A Beautiful Woman”
Jared Samuel Erskine’ adoration of music was passed on by his parents and extended family. Whether sending a message about racial inequality with “Black Man in America,” or sprinkling the sexy through “Back to Your Place,” the singer/songwriter known as October London found himself quite busy for the past several years.
Stevie Wonder once again calls for voices to unite during uneasy times
Through his astonishing career of over 6 decades…and counting, including multi-Grammy and honorary awards, it is safe to conclude that when Stevie Wonder sings, he is more than welcome. While his solo recordings are few and far between these days, Stevie’s soulful and earthy voice always hits the mark, no matter if it’s about love or addressing the pulse of social issues.
Jordin Sparks lays down reasons to “Remember” for relationship’s sake
Since graduating from the American Idol class of 2007, Jordin Sparks has lived up to that music ambassadorship, including charting in several countries with “Battlefield” and “No Air” with Chris Brown. A lengthy list of collaborations represents her amazing musicality include Brown, Christian pop/rock band For King & Country and Dolly Parton.
After a wait of four years, Chrisette Michele finally yearns for her true “Home”
2008 proved to be a great starting point for singer/songwriter Chrisette Michele charting her first four CD’s on the Billboard R&B Top 10 and touring with Mary J. Blige, Raheem DeVaughn and others. Yet for the past few years, artistic trails proved to be a temporary obstacle, though she expressed her frustrations via spoken word platforms.
A lost treasure from the George Benson, Warner Bros. collection, Dreams Do Come True: When George Benson Meets Robert Farnon, gets its long overdue time
When the best intentions are to put a record release on hold for whatever the cause, occasionally those masters are overlooked and/or lost for an indefinite period of time. Multi Grammy winning and Hollywood Walk of Fame recipient, guitarist/vocalist George Benson, spent over a decade with Warner Bros. Records including his crossover (Pop, R&B and Jazz) classic in 1976,…
Chris Blue shares his adoration for music from the church with Foundations: The Hymns of My Heart (Deluxe)
Season 12 winner from The Voice in 2017 with Team Alicia Keys, Chris Blue, showed off his R&B and soul expertise, concluding with “Money on You,” reaching # 66 on the Billboard Top 100. Now Blue’s buttery and powerful pipes are being showcased on his debut full-length, Foundations; The Hymns of My Heart (Deluxe), embracing his church roots since he was 3 years of age.
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